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Simplified Section Four Text Set 6 Adapted Global Scale (Approximations) Insert names andnumbers

EDLA1+ A2

AELA2+, B1, B1+, B2

RUB2+, C1

AAC1+

SEC2 All Strands

Scoring should includeacceptable mastery of

language features

Below is a simplified version of RUBRICS Section Four and simpler approximations of the above

ACA Gr. Book Lit.RWS

Speaking, Writing, Reading may bear reasonable and comparable Skills. A student may not perform within each strand at same level.

SE

6, 7, 8, 9+,Y70, Z80,

Z+90,1050L-1335L

C2

Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Cansummarize information from different spoken and written sources,reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Canexpress him/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely,differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations.

Reading /5 (4.45 -5)

Writing /5 (4.45 -5)

Speaking /5 (4.45 -5)

AA5, 6, V60,

W60, X60,925L-1185L

C1

Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognizeimplicit meaning. Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneouslywithout much obvious searching for expressions. Can use languageflexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes.Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects,showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors andcohesive devices.

Reading /4(3.45 -4.44)

Writing /4(3.45 -4.44)

Speaking /4(3.45 -4.44)

RU

3, 4, 5,N30, O34,P38, 4Q,40, R40,

S44, 740L-1010L

B2

Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete andabstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field ofspecialization. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneitythat makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible withoutstrain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide rangeof subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving theadvantages and disadvantages of various options.

Reading /3(2.45 -3.44)

Writing /3(2.45 -3.44

Speaking /3(2.45 -3.44

AEL

1, 2, 3,J18,K20,

L24, M28,N30, O34,P38, 420L-

820L

B1

Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiarmatters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can deal withmost situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where thelanguage is spoken. Can produce simple connected text on topics whichare familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events,dreams, hopes & ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations foropinions and plans.

Reading /2(1.45-1.44)

Writing /2(1.45-1.44)

Speaking /2(1.45-1.44)

EDL

K, 1A1, B2, C3,4, D, 5, 6,

E7, 8K, BR-420L

A2

Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related toareas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and familyinformation, shopping, local geography, employment). Cancommunicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and directexchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Can describe insimple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment andmatters in areas of immediate need.

Reading /1(0.45min)

WritingSpeaking

/1(0.45min)

/1(0.45min)

A1

Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basicphrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Canintroduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questionsabout personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knowsand things he/she has. Can interact in a simple way provided the otherperson talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.

Speaking /1(0.45min)